SAINT GREGORY THE GREAT PARISH

June 29 & 30, 2019

June 29 & 30, 2019

FROM THE DESK OF THE PASTOR We do not know from the passage if the man’s Fa-

My Dear Parish Family, ther had even passed away. Jesus was calling him to the We are finally in the heart of Ordinary time. immediacy of the Gospel and the immediacy of ad- Even though Ordinary Time began in the Church dressing the Kingdom of God. All too often we get after Pentecost, our Sundays have been focused on absorbed in the other things, that we place the Gospel very key parts of our Faith, like the Trinity, and the and the Kingdom of God in the back seat of the car. Body and Blood of Christ. This Sunday we celebrate These things may be good and necessary , like caring the 13th Sunday in Ordinary Time and we are called for a loved one who is ill, raising a family, or getting a to “not look back.” degree from school and more. The message today is a

I recall a 1976 movie, The Gumball Rally, a film simple one: have you allowed something or someone to featuring an eclectic group of people taking part in a become more important than the Gospel or the King- secret and illegal, cross country road race. I recall in dom of God? If so, you need to take time to reflect on your Discipleship. the beginning of the race one of the drivers tore off the rear view mirror from the windshield and threw it Jesus’ call is to place Him first. Do not look in the out the window. The other person in the car asked rear view mirror, be in the now! I believe that Jesus him why he did that and he replied, “What is behind wants us to be like Elisha in 1 Kings:19. This Sunday’s us is not important..” That is a great image and ques- first reading reminds us not to be immediate. Elisha tion for us to ponder. Do you spend more time look- leaves everything behind immediately. Not only does ing in the rear view mirror at past mistakes, missed he leave it behind, he takes it apart as he dismantles his opportunities, sins or even great moments of success, old life of farming. Elisha has nothing in his rear view rather than looking through the windshield of life at mirror. Elisha leaves nothing behind to even tempt him what is yet to come? I fear many spend far too much to go back to an old way of life. time in the rear view mirror which keeps us from moving forward. (Continued on Page 2)

The rear view mirror can be one large reason we do not move forward in the life of Faith or generally All Parish Offices will be closed on in life. Similarly, we may be more consumed with Thursday, July 4, for Independence things that we need to take care of first before we fol- Day. We will resume regular hours on low Jesus. In today’s Gospel, Jesus may appear harsh Friday, July 5. Please note there will be only one telling the man who wishes to bury his Father first, Mass on July 4, at 8:00 am. Friday, July 5, will be a “Let the dead bury their dead.” I do not believe that normal Mass schedule. the man was in the middle of a wake or funeral when Jesus spoke these words. CATHOLIC STORE & CAFÉ There will be NO LIVE VIDEO FEED until fur- ther notice while we perform an audio update. The Store and Café will be closed from Thursday, July 4 through Monday, July 8. The Store and Café will reo- Thank you for your patience. pen on Tuesday, July 9.

(PASTOR’S ARTICLE CONT.) THE LIFE-CHANGING MES- Why must we leave our old ways behind? Why should we let go of the rear view mirror? FREE- SAGE OF DIVINE MERCY DOM – that is why! St. Paul tells the Galatians in the Completely Trust in Jesus second reading to be free. This week we celebrate Our Lord wants us to know that the graces Independence Day – Freedom. We remember the of His mercy can only be received if we framers of our Constitution and those who signed the trust. Jesus repeatedly reminded St. Fausti- Declaration of Independence as well as those who na of this: The graces of My mercy are fought not only the Revolutionary War, but all those drawn by means of one vessel only, and that is – who have fought for our freedom since 1776. The trust. The more a soul trusts, the more it will re- meaning of true freedom is a constant question for ceive (Diary, 1578). Sooner would heaven and earth our Nation and our Faith. We are often reminded by turn into nothingness than would My mercy not great patriots of our nation that “Freedom isn’t free.” embrace a trusting soul (1777). We are reminded by great saints of our Church that There is more to trust than just believing that God is “Freedom isn’t free.” May great men and women trustworthy. Trust is a living faith. By trusting we have died for our wonderful Nation and many great agree to not dwell on the past or fear the future. We men and women, saints, have died a martyr’s death entrust our entire existence to the providence of God. for living our Faith. This means that we agree that God can write the script of our lives instead of insisting on our own script. We Today, in our culture, there are different under- agree with the pledge we make in the Our Father: standings of freedom. Some would say freedom “Your will (not mine) be done” (DMM 31.) means I can do anything I wish while others believe When we ask with complete trust Jesus fills us with that freedom has parameters and isn’t reckless behav- grace so we can be merciful as our Heavenly Father is ior. What does freedom mean to you both civically merciful. When a soul approaches Me with trust, I and spiritually? Maybe take today’s reading from fill it with an abundance of graces that it cannot Paul’s letter to the Galatians and re-read it and pray contain them within itself, but radiates them to over it to understand freedom. Does your definition other souls (1074). of freedom equate to God’s or is it different?

Finally, next weekend, July 6th & 7th, we wel- Thank you Daniel Victoor for your service and come, His , Fortunatus Nwa- inspiration to the 11:00 am Adult Choir! chukwu, Titular Archbishop of Acquaviva and the Best of luck in your new adventure! Apostolic of the Episcopal Confer- ence. He was first ordained a priest on June 17, 1984 and served in the Diocese of Aba (). He has served in Embassies in , , , at the UN offices and Specialized Institutions in Geneva, and at the Secretariat of State at the Vati- can. Between 2007 and 2012 he was the Chief of Protocol of the Secretariat of State (Vatican). His first assignment as Head of Mission was on Novem- ber 12, 2012 as Apostolic Nuncio in . His Excellency will preach at all of the Masses on the work of the Missions. We will also take our annual mission appeal collection next weekend at all of the Masses to support the Church’s missionary work. We MISSION COLLECTION FOR THE welcome ArchBishop Fortunatus Nwachukwu to St. WEEKEND OF JULY 6 & 7 Gregory the Great. It is an honor for us to welcome an esteemed leader of our universal church. There will be a collection for the Mission Appeal this weekend. Our speaker will be Archbishop Fortunatus May God bless you, our Mother Mary watch over you Nwachukwu, Titular Archbishop of Acquaviva and the and St. Gregory the Great intercede for you, always. Apostolic Nuncio of the Antilles Episcopal Conference. Please mark your calendars.

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MISSION RETREAT SUNDAY SCRIPTURE READINGS What does Mission Today Thirteenth Sunday/Ordinary Time mean to me? First Reading– 1 Kings 19:16b, 19-21 Mission. What does that Second Reading– Galatians 5:1,13-18 mean? What does it mean Gospel– Luke 9: 51-62 to make it? What does it mean to me as a Catholic Next Fourteenth Sunday/Ordinary Time and struggling disciple of Sunday First Reading– Isaiah 66:10-14c Christ? I was asking my- Second Reading– Galatians 6: 14-18 self all these questions Gospel– Luke 10:1-20 or 10: 1-9 two years ago as I was longing to find greater faith and spir- 21ST ANNUAL GREAT itual meaning in my life. The answer of course is to DINNER AUCTION Go and Find out. Christ had put that thought into my “AN EVENING OF heart. I knew to have grace flow that I also needed to STARS” take some concrete action. The Holy Spirit ended up SAVE THE DATE: pulling me to that Mission - kicking and screaming. I Saturday, November 2, at thought of every excuse not to go, but when my calen- 5:30 pm dar somehow opened up, I received an invite, and the Salvatore’s Italian Gardens window presented myself, I went for what I thought would be just one night to see what it was all about. Gift-Gathering Party Time After that, there was no looking back. From the warm Everyone loves an excuse to party. Host a gift- welcome coming in, to fellow parishioners and gathering party to support St. Greg’s annual dinner travelers sharing their faith, I decided then and there auction and have fun while supporting the parish’s to STAY for the week. I can honestly say that one largest fund raising effort. Contrary to popular belief, of the MOST important religious experiences I have a gift-gathering party does not have to be a lavish large ever had, was during that Mission week. If you’d like catered affair to be a success. The best parties are sim- to know what that was, come and see me July 14 -19 ple and easy. and continue on your own faith Journey. Dan, Mission 36 How about coffee and donuts with friends, a kids pool party, wine and cheese with the neighbors. The possi- bilities are endless. The 2019 Summer Mission Retreat will take place July 14-20. Please consider joining us to deepen your For more information on how to host or plan your relationship with Jesus and keep the joy of Easter in own party, please contact Auction Coordinator Cindy your hearts. Contact Jo Pierino in the Parish Office at Reitebach at [email protected] or 688-5678 688-5678 to register. x337.

WOULD YOU LIKE TO ASSIST DISTRIBUTING EUCHARIST AT MASS?

Our Parish is in need of new Eucharistic Ministers to fill in for those that can not make Mass or who travel during the year. You can sign up for one Mass a weekend, a month or as many as your schedule permits. Please contact Tom Ahearn at 512-0567 or Jo Pierino at 688-5678 to learn more.

Already a Eucharistic Minister? For those of you without email, the new schedule for July, August and September is available in the Sacristy. Kindly stop back and pick one up. Thank You!

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FAMILY FAITH FORMATION MUSIC MINISTRY

Choir Rehearsals

FFF Office Hours are Monday - Friday from 9:00 am - 2:00 pm and when classes are in session. Chant Choir Rehearsal July 11, 7:00 pm, in GR 2 Have you registered for FFF 2019-2020 yet?! July 23 and 25, 7:00 pm, GR 2 For information about Disciple Camp or The Chant Mass will be Sunday, July 28, at 12:30 pm our Weekly Programs (PreK and Grades K-10) go to www.stgregs.org/family-faith-formation/ For more information about the various ensembles, then select Program Options. contact Daniel Victoor at 688-5678, ext. 308. Refer to the website for more information. Registration for the following programs began on Saturday, June 1. Register Online or In Person:

. Weekly FFF Program (Gr K– Gr 10) SEARCHING FOR Weekly Classes from September 2019 - April 2020 MINISTERS TO

. Little Cherubs (Preschool, Ages 3 and 4) HELP THE Weekly classes, Saturdays 9:00 - 10:30 am from HOMEBOUND September 2019 - April 2020 The Ministry of the Sick

and Homebound is look- ing for Eucharistic Ministers to become part of their team. There are many Catholics in our Parish Com- munity who are homebound and in need of Com- munion once or twice a month. Any Eucharistic Min- isters who could spare an hour or two a week or month, please contact Sister Shawn Czyzycki, 688- 5678, and learn how you can make a positive impact on our homebound Parishioners today!

Help Needed: We need Catechists for Disciple Camp HOST, WINE AND which is held July 15 -19 from 9:00 am - 4:00 pm in the CANDLE REMEMBRANCE School, Gym and Cafeteria. Catechists can take morning We have openings for you to have a remembrance shifts (8:45 am - 12 noon) and/or afternoon sessions for your family members with our host, wine, and (12:45 - 4:00 pm). All lesson plans, materials and support candle offerings. Host offering is $55, wine offer- are provided. Call the FFF Office at 688.5760 to sign up! ing is $40 and candle offering is $35 for the week. Please come into the Parish Office to reserve this special remembrance. The names of your loved YOUTH AND YOUNG ADULT ones will be listed in the Bulletin for the week. MINISTRY We embarked on our second Young Adult retreat, June 14-15 along the UPCOMING YM EVENTS: shores of Lake Erie at Camp Pioneer. Using the theme of “Flourish”, we invited thirty-two young adults to leave what they are retreating from be- BRAVE II – Young Adult Retreat hind as they move forward to a “flourishing” life in relationship with Je- – Save the date – November 8-10 sus. We had a beautiful evening of fellowship and Adoration to start MOVIE NIGHT - Friday, July 5, at 7:00 pm on the MC Front Lawn things off. The second day we had an excellent witness, laying the exam- ple of how to overcome the suffering and obstacles that impede our ST. LUKE’S SERVICE – Anyone faith. After a wonderful Mass with Fr. Paul Cygan, our very own Cathe- interested in volunteering at St. rine Wadhams delivered the challenge to move forward from retreat by Luke’s, please contact Adam Jarosz living boldly. We look forward to our next retreat, “Brave II”, November at 688-3578, ext. 316 8-10 in Allegany.”

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MINISTRY UPDATES LECTORS NEEDED The Lector Ministry needs new Lectors. Lectors are assigned once every five weeks through seven week- end Masses, on a rotating schedule. An email system is available to contact all Lectors to arrange for a sub- THE OF BUFFALO stitute when an assigned Lector has a scheduling con- cordially invites you to the flict. If you are interested in the Lector Ministry, please contact Earl Leising 432-5312. Annual Disability Picnic on Saturday, July 13 EVENING PRAYER “VESPERS” from 12 noon - 2:30 pm Join us for evening prayer every Tuesday at 6:30 pm in the Church. Vespers, also called Evening Prayer, at St. Gregory Parish gives thanks for the day just past and makes an even- 100 St. Gregory Ct, Williamsville ing sacrifice of praise to God. For more information in the Ministry Center contact Jeff Criden at 207-4878.

GRIEF & LOSS PRESENTATION You are invited to join us for the next Grief & Loss meet- ing on Wednesday, July 3, at 6:30 pm in Gathering Room 1. Topic: Memorialization and special dates.

To register, call 688-5760 or e-mail [email protected]

SENIOR CITIZENS

JOIN US FOR OUR ANNUAL SUMMER PICNIC—CHIAVETTA’S BBQ

Monday, July 8 In an air-conditioned facility, located off of Location: To Be Determined Maple Road between Hopkins and Young, 1:00 PM (following Noon Mass) next to Millard Fillmore Suburban Hospital Cost: Members $10 per person Non Members $15 per person SVDP FURNITURE-APPLIANCE

Checks payable to: St. Greg’s Senior Organiza- COLLECTION tion Saturday, July 6. If you have eligible items, contact 688- RSVP by Monday, July 1 5678, ext. 423, and leave a message. We only pick up fur- Bring to Parish Office or mail to: 200 St. Gregory niture items in St. Gregory’s geographic area, and items Court, Williamsville, NY 14221 must be located in a garage or covered porch. Please write “summer picnic” in check memo Furniture: Couches, Chairs, Kitchen Tables & Chairs, line. Dressers, Coffee & End Tables, Bed Frames (we can- not accept mattresses & box springs and baby cribs). Number of Tickets:_____ Appliances: Gas Stoves (must work and be discon- Amount Enclosed:______Check #______nected), Refrigerators (must be plugged in and cool at Member Name: ______pickup), Microwaves. (We cannot accept electric stoves or cooktops, or older CRT type TV sets.) Non Member Name: ______

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RESPECT LIFE PARISH ACTIVITY CALENDAR “Male and Female He Created Them”: On Sunday, June 30 June 10, the Congregation for Catholic Educa- 1:30 pm Baptisms tion issued an extensive document denouncing so- 3:15 pm Worship Ensemble Rehearsal (Church) called gender theory, and affirmed the principles of Monday, July 1 human dignity, difference, and complementarity. 10:30 am Senior Citizens Board Meeting (MC 1) The document titled, “Male and Female He Created Them,” is written for Catholic schools as well as Chris- Tuesday, July 2 7:00 pm Pastor’s Executive Council (MC /Café) tians working in other educational settings, for parents and students, and for the clergy. Wednesday, July 3 The document states that the Church teaches an 10:00 am Prayer Shawl Ministry (MC Café) essential difference between men and woman, ordered 6:30 pm Grief & Loss Ministry (GR 1) in the natural law and essential to the family and hu- Thursday, July 4 man flourishing. “There is a need to refute attempts to Independence Day—Parish Offices Closed negate the male-female duality of human nature, from which the family is generated … The denial of this du- Friday, July 5 ality not only erases the vision of human beings as the 7:00 pm Youth Ministry Movie Night (MC Front Lawn) fruit of an act of creation but creates the idea of the human person as a sort of abstraction who ‘chooses Saturday, July 6 for himself what his nature is to be.”’ 1:30 pm Baptisms “[The focus of] gender theory has expanded… to 4:00 pm Worship Ensemble Rehearsal (GR 2) the possibility of …individuals determining [their] own Sunday, July 7 sexual tendencies without having to take account of 1:30 Baptisms the reciprocity and complementarity of male-female relationships, nor of the procreative end of sexuality. SACRAMENTAL INFORMATION [This results in] a ‘radical separation between gender and sex, with the former having priority over the later’ ATTENTION: CATHOLIC-SCHOOL AND PUBLIC-SCHOOL PARENTS and [consequently the] …undermining of the family. “[In gender theory] the only thing that matters in per- Online Confirmation Registration begins on July sonal relationships is the affection between the individ- 1. If you have a child entering Grade 9 and 10 this uals involved, irrespective of sexual difference or pro- September, and plan to have them confirmed at St. creation which would be seen as irrelevant in the for- Gregory Parish, please be sure to register to ensure that they receive all Confirmation related notifications. mation of families.” Go to www.stgregs.org/confirmation/ For Christians working in schools, both religious and secular, the radical individualism of gender theory should Any questions, please contact Catherine Wadhams at be avoided in favor of teaching children “to overcome [email protected] or call 688-5760. their individualism and discover, in the light of faith, their specific vocation to live responsibly in a commu- nity.” (Full text at catholicnewsagency.com) RCIA: MORE THAN CATECHETICS

We welcome inquiries from people of any back- ground wishing to know more about the Catholic Faith. Ours is a ministry of teaching, encourage- ment, assessment, guidance and prayer. We also wel- come participation of parish members looking for a …. A Reminder: Please observe the parking lot Hand- way to further serve the Lord and His Church. icap signs, and do not park in the striped area between the parking spaces when there is a Handicap van If you know an inquirer who needs an invitation to parked there. This prevents our Parishioners from be- our Church, invite them! And if they want to know ing able to enter/exit their vehicles. In addition, please more, call the Parish Office or Jerry Peer at 861- park only in marked parking spot. 5497.

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Eucharistic Minister Training Share your love of the Eucharist. Are you interested in be- coming a Eucharistic Minister? There will be a Eucharistic Minister training session on Saturday, March 9, from 9:30 am to 2:00 pm at Christ the King Seminary. To regis- ter, please call Jo in the Parish Office at 688-5678. Class of 2019

Evelyn Ackerman Conner Luzon-Sax Amanda Allen Brandon Marchese Michael Anain Mary Margaret Kindergarten Graduation Class of 2019 Martin They have a bright future ahead of them! Phillip Basile Caroline May Alexandrea Brannen Payton McFarlane Catarina Cercone Annabelle Mercure Edward Cotter Evan Mundie Mia DenHaese Jacob Murphy Gabriel Domino Natalie Myszka Michael Eberhard Haley Nitsche Kelechi Ezenwa Morgan O’Donnell William Fay Daniel Peyser Kristin Filk Carly Ratchuk Maeve Gallagher Jonah Reichenberg Early Kindergarten Class of 2019 Mia Gallagher Maxine Richardson Peter Garcia Michael Rosenecker John Grable Andrew Rubino Samuel Greco Mary Scimia Jack Gruttadauria Jack Smith Jocelyn James Summer Smith Ashton Joseph Molly Stamm Luke Judge Caleb Streack Katherine Kraus Elizabeth Taft Janina Kurzdorfer Ruth Tefera Evan Langl Vanessa Vaccaro Emily Ledesma Mercedes Wehr Christian Lee Daniel Welsh Briege Lennon Stephen Wesolowski Nathaniel Leonard Maria Wheeler Gianna Leone Sophia Whissel Isabella Lupas Ashley Wood

DRIVE FOR DEVIN The 2 Annual Drive for Devin Golf Tournament, a nine hole golf tournament and dinner will be held on Friday, July 26. Progressive tee times begin at 11:00 am, at Deerwood Golf Course in North Tonawanda, dinner following at Classics V Banquet Center in Amherst. Proceeds from the event will be given to Crisis Services of WNY, along with scholarship funds for St. Gregory the Great School and Canisius High-School. For more information visit www.Drive4Devin.com or email at [email protected].

7 PLEASE JOIN US FOR BISHOP MALONE TO HOST THE ROSARY 2019 LISTENING SESSIONS

The Rosary is one of the most important, meritorious Bishop Richard Malone, in conjunction with the and powerful prayers one can pray. Many of the saints Presbyteral Council, Vicars Forane, and the Move- attest to this: “The Rosary is the weapon for these ment to Restore Trust, will host a series of Listening times.” St. Pio; “The Rosary is the Bible on a string!” Sessions across the Diocese of Buffalo during the Fr. Ronan Murphy “The Rosary is a storehouse of next few months. The Sessions will include Bishop countless blessings.” Blessed Alan de la Roche; “One day Malone praying with the faithful, hearing their through the Rosary and Scapular Our Lady will save thoughts and comments, inviting discussion, and the world.” St. Dominic. Before going to breakfast or offering summary remarks regarding the mission of lunch please consider praying the Rosary after the 8:00 the Diocese and its parishes, schools, and other or- am and 12:00 pm Masses. It is 20 minutes well spent ganizations. and these prayers “transform” our families, our com- Listening Session Schedule: munity, our country and the world in a positive Saturday’s from 9:30-11:30 am way! Also, on every Saturday, at 12:00 noon, the Ro-  July 27, Archbishop Walsh High School, Olean sary is recited for our country, in good weather in the  August 3, Ascension Parish, Batavia Grotto and in inclement weather in the Church.  August 10, Nativity of Our Lord , Orchard Park  August 17, Holy Trinity Parish, Dunkirk Contact: Kathy Spangler, Director of Communications, [email protected] MASS SCHEDULE Saturday, June 29 Friday, July 5 7:00 am Dr. Richard Romanowski by Estate Vigil Masses 8:00 am Dorothy Flynn by Family 4:00 pm Elmer Rowekamp by wife, Marie & Family Clara Tan by Patricia Tan & Family Mark V. Conley Jr. by Nancy 12:00 pm Edmond Deakin by Mike & Kathy Deakin & Christine Conley Deceased Members of Hertel Family 5:30 pm Edda Tiburzi (Anniversary) by Jola & Family by Jeanne Hertel

Sunday, June 30 Saturday, July 6 8:00 am Robert Buttles by Dick & Betty McAvoy 8:00 am Rose Cammilleri by Farruggia Families 9:30 am Dorothy M. Olejniczak by Olejniczak Family & Friends Vigil Masses Clemens & Mildred Braunsheidel 4:00 pm Robert Doran by wife Nina by Joseph & Susan Braunsheidel Thomas Amabile (Birthday) by Bob & Mary 11:00 am Dolores Maurer by Family Brown Frank Deni by Giovanna Vaccaro 5:30 pm Rita Fefolt by Anthony & Judy Picone 12:30 pm Robert Honour by Linda & Tom Rosetti Florence Sodus by Carol Pujolas 1:30 pm Baptisms Sunday, July 7 4:30 pm Ed & Sylvia Stachura (Living) 8:00 am Jim & Louise Mc Partlan by Family (57th Wedding Anniversary) by Family 9:30 am Dorothy M. Olejniczak by Olejniczak Sherry Zifchock by Falkides Family Family & Friends Thomas Gangloff by Naples Family Monday, July 1 11:00 am Patrick J. Pujolas by Carol Pujolas & Family 7:00 am Charles R. Foy Jr. by Bill & Anna Foy Leonard Nirelli Jane Kenna by Tom & Mary Jo Kenna by Daughter Theresa Choppolla 8:00 am Dorothy Kristich by Ron & Kathy Benson 12:30 pm Sydney Lee Sidote by Sandra Bach 12:00 pm Rita McGorry by Seniors of St. Gregory Charles J. Price by Jay & Amy Roeder Paul Spinley by Mary & Don Burns 1:30 pm Baptisms 4:30 pm Mary & Mathew Wyzykowski by Family Tuesday, July 2 7:00 am Parishioners of St. Gregory the Great 8:00 am Francis M. Murphy (Birthday) by Family John & Joyce Ambrosoli by Estate 12:00 pm Robert Rauh by Dean & Nancy Millar EUCHARISTIC ADORATION

Marguerite San Marcos (Living) Our Adoration Chapel is the place to find comfort by Edith Varbanov and peace, especially at this time. Offer a Holy Hour

before our Lord for our Catholic Church. Adorers Wednesday, July 3–St. Thomas are needed for all times and days. Please call Kathy at 759-7149 or Barbara at 634-7478 with a time that 7:00 am Rev. Msgr. Rupert H. Wright by Priests of St. is convenient for you. Gregory the Great Our Adoration Chapel is in need of the following 8:00 am Richard F. Wagner by John & Kathy Roseti & Family scheduled Adorers: Christine Rogenthein by Hartigan Family  SUNDAYS 6:00 - 7:00 pm 12:00 pm Paul Scandarito & Sam Rizzo by wife Margo  MONDAYS 8:00- 9:00 am, 2:00 - 3:00 am WEDNESDAYS 10:00– 11:00 am Thursday, July 4–Independence Day  SATURDAYS 10:00-11:00 pm 8:00 am Matilda Prazmark by daughter Thomas A. Fortunato (Anniversary) by Patricia Fortunato & Family

DECEASED CATHOLIC CHARITIES Dennis Sodus PARISH UPDATE

$584,025.60 collected, 84.1%. Our Parish goal is $692,988.74. To donate, mail your contribution to the Parish Office or donate online at www.ccwny.org.

9 MASS SCHEDULE WEEKDAYS: (Monday-Friday) 7:00, 8:00 and 12:00 noon; (Saturday) 8:00 am only. SATURDAY: 4:00 pm and 5:30 pm SUNDAY: 8:00, 9:30 and 11:00 am; 12:30 and 4:30 pm PARISH OFFICE HOLY DAYS: As listed in the Bulletin. 200 St. Gregory Court; 688-5678 Fax: 688-2315 For those who are unable to join us, all Masses can be viewed on our website.

PASTOR CATHOLIC STORE AND CAFE Fr. Leon J. Biernat; [email protected] CATHOLIC STORE HOURS (276-6920): Tuesday—Friday 9:00 pm to 3:00 pm and PAROCHIAL VICARS Wednesday 5:30-7:30 pm; Saturday 9:00 am - 12:00 pm; Sunday 9:00 am - 2:00 pm. Msgr. Thomas Maloney (305); Closed Monday.

[email protected] Fr. Paul S. Cygan (336);[email protected] CAFÉ HOURS (276-6915): Tuesday—Friday 7:30 am - 2:00 pm; Wednesday 5:30-7:30 pm; Saturday 8:30 am - 12:00 pm; Sunday 9:00 am - 2:00 pm. Closed Monday. PERMANENT DEACONS Deacon Michael G. Bochiechio SACRAMENTS Deacon Paul Walter; [email protected] BAPTISM PASTORAL ASSOCIATE Baptisms are celebrated every Sunday after the 12:30 pm Mass, ceremony only. All Sr. Shawn Czyzycki (335); [email protected] parents desiring Baptism for their child are asked to attend the Pre-Baptismal class at

BUSINESS MANAGER least two months prior to the Baptism. The class is held the first Tuesday of each month, Tina Evers (306); [email protected] 7:30 pm, in the Ministry Center, Room 2. Call Jo at 688-5678 to register.

DIRECTOR OF MUSIC MINISTRY PENANCE (CONFESSIONS) Daniel A. Victoor (308); [email protected] First Fridays: 8:30-9:00 am; Saturdays: 2:30-3:45 pm, other times on request. DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATIONS Marisa Piazza (303); [email protected] WEDDINGS

YOUTH & YOUNG ADULT MINISTRY Celebrated on Fridays (5:00 pm and 6:30 pm) and on Saturdays (10:00 am, 12 noon, and Adam Jarosz - College & Young Adult (316); 2:00 pm). Either the bride or the groom must be a parishioner. [email protected] Nicole Janecek - Middle School (341); MINISTRY TO SICK, HOSPITALIZED, AND SHUT-INS Sick calls and [email protected] emergencies – anytime day or night. Call 688-5678. Please call the Parish Office to Richard Patti - High School (338); arrange to receive Holy Communion at home or to report the hospitalization of a [email protected] parishioner. Anointing of the Sick – Administered the first Saturday of each month immediately PARISH NURSE Lee Zack - (339); [email protected] following the 5:30 pm Mass.

TRUSTEES PRAYER Christie Thein, Thomas Vacanti  The Rosary is prayed at the following times: Monday-Saturday, 8:30 and 12:30 pm, SCHOOL OFFICE Church; Saturday 12 noon, Grotto or Church (Rosary For Our Country) 250 St. Gregory Court 688-5323 Fax: 688-6629  Pray the Rosary at your convenience with our recording online, at www.stgregs.org/ PRINCIPAL mass-schedule Julie Gajewski (350); [email protected] OUR MISSION SCHOOL BOARD - [email protected] St. Gregory the Great Parish, a large and diverse Faith Community, affirms the presence of Christ in the Fr. Leon J. Biernat, Chairman; [email protected] Eucharist and among us. We sustain our vitality through shared experiences of prayer, sacrament,

FAMILY FAITH FORMATION OFFICE liturgy, and service. We dedicate ourselves to being a vital part of the Church in the 250 St. Gregory Court 688-5760 Fax: 639-8251 Diocese of Buffalo by maintaining and expanding our: Office Hours are Monday - Friday from 9:00 am - 2:00 pm and when classes are in session.  Spiritual focus

DIRECTOR  Knowledge and understanding of our Faith and our Church Joan M. Rischmiller (358); [email protected]  Spirit of welcome and reconciliation PARISH OFFICE HOURS  Compassion and concern for those in need MONDAY - FRIDAY  Generous sharing of our God-given talents and resources 8:30 am - 4:00 pm SATURDAY

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